Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

As a Staff Accountant, you will play a critical role in maintaining the City's financial integrity by supporting general ledger functions, preparing financial reports, and assisting with budgeting and financial management activities. This position ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Washington State Auditor requirements while supporting sound internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of professional accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to interpret complex financial data. You will collaborate with Finance staff, City departments, and external agencies to support financial reporting, audits, and fiscal planning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing financial statements, reports, and projections in accordance with GAAP
• Maintaining and reconciling journals, ledgers, and financial records
• Monitoring fund activity and resolving discrepancies
• Supporting payroll-related accounting, labor and benefit budgeting
• Performing financial analysis related to rates, labor agreements, and debt service
• Accounting for grants, debt issuance, and reimbursement tracking
• Assisting with budget preparation and long-term financial planning
• Serving as a resource to departments on financial policies and procedures

Required minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Three (3) or more years of accounting experience, including financial reporting and application of GAAP
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and governmental accounting practices
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and financial systems
• Ability to analyze financial data and perform complex calculations

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in governmental accounting
• Experience with grant accounting and debt service tracking
• Knowledge of Washington State accounting and reporting requirements
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or progress toward certification
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

The City offers a full benefits package for the employee and all eligible dependents covered at low premiums including:

• Medical coverage at tiered monthly rates based on plan selection and coverage level
• Dental coverage at $11.59/month and vision coverage at $6.54/month
• Basic life insurance paid by the City and optional supplemental coverage
• 12 days of vacation during the 1st year and 12 days of sick leave (accrual-based)
• 10 holidays plus 1 floating holiday annually
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) pension plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with up to 4% City contribution
• Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac, and flexible scheduling (per department approval)

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Requires prolonged sitting, computer use, and detailed analytical work. May occasionally require extended hours, including evenings or weekends.

If you're seeking a fulfilling career that allows you to contribute to a thriving community and grow both personally and professionally, the City of Pasco is the place for you.

Join us in shaping the future and making a real difference, apply today!

Please call or text HR at (509) 545-3408 or email [email protected] with questions regarding employment opportunities with the City of Pasco.

*The City of Pasco is committed to supporting diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If your experience does not exactly match each and every qualification, apply anyways! You may be exactly what we are looking for!